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Oxford, Ohio, is mainly known as the home to Ohio's Miami University. There's no question that Miami U. provides plenty of cultural and educational things to do. Oxford, however, has more to offer than just higher education. Set in one of Ohio's most scenic areas, visitors will find a variety of things to do and places to explore. Camping, canoeing, golfing, hiking, shopping and eating all make up a well-rounded assortment of attractions.

Get Married and Move In

"Money Magazine" listed Oxford, Ohio, as one of the best places to find a mate in 2007. The listing was justified because of Oxford's romantic college-town setting and the fact that nearly 70 percent of the population was single in 2007. In addition, Oxford has made the magazine's list of "Top 100 Places to Live" several times, including 2007 and 2008. "Men's Journal" placed Oxford in the "Top 50 Places to Live" in 2007. Put these together and you have a great place to settle down and get married.

Go to College

Miami University (muohio.edu) consistently ranks on the "U.S. News and World Report" Best Colleges and Universities edition. In 2011, Miami U. was named the second best university in the nation. Founded in 1809, Miami University is also one of the oldest universities in the nation. A beautiful campus with ivy-covered buildings, Miami is the area's biggest attraction. With more than 14,000 undergraduate students, the university offers a variety of cultural events to the public. Walking the campus on a clear autumn day is, easily, one of the best things to do in Oxford, Ohio.

Shop at the Farmer's Market

Oxford's Farmer's Market (oxfordfarmersmarket.com/) earned the "Cincinnati Magazine" stamp of approval in the summer of 2011. The market was listed as one of the "Weekly Top Five" things to do in the Cincinnati area. Located in Oxford's Uptown Park, the market offers homemade breads, fresh produce and original works created by local artisans. The Oxford Farmer's Market is open each Saturday in the summer and closes in November.

Eat, Drink and Shop

Skipper's Pub (skippers-pub.com), on Oxford's High Street, was given an honorable mention by the Best of America (americasbestonline.com) as a top microbrewery in Ohio. Make sure to order a super tall glass of beer, called a "beer tower," and don't drive home. The Taj Mahal II restaurant was awarded the top award in the "Best Ethnic" category by the Oxford Press in 2010. Juniper (juniperstyle.com) is one of the best places to shop in Ohio, according to the Best of America. Juniper is located on High Street and offers women's fashion in a relaxed, boho style.

Bike, Golf and Hunt Fossils

Bikewise, Oxford was listed on "Cincinnati Magazine's" "Best of the City" in 2007. Bikewise stands out because the shop accepts trades for kids. Buy a bike at Bikewise, bring it back within 3 years of your purchase and the shop will knock half off a new bike's price. The Hueston Woods Golf Course (state.oh.us), within the Hueston Woods State Park, has earned service excellence awards and gets a 4.5 out of 5 ranking from "Golf Digest." This golf course offers golfers a challenge with its dense woods, four ponds and a rolling terrain. Southwestern Ohio is known for the many fossils found in the area. Long, long ago, Oxford, Ohio had a tropical climate. Look for remnants of this age by searching in creek beds and fields for geological souvenirs.

About the Author

Jennifer Marlowe is a seasoned journalist with experience since 1994. As a former reporter and columnist, she has written for a variety of publications including "The Cleveland Plain Dealer," "Sew Simple Magazine," "Northern Ohio Live," "Ohio Game & Fish" and "The Country's Best Log Homes." Marlowe holds a Bachelor of Arts in English literature from the University of Akron.

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